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More Than Just Dry Mouth: Validating and Supporting Patients with Xerostomia Webinar Thumbnail

Presenter: Jo-Anne Jones, RDH, FIADFE

Monday, December 2, 2024

7:00 p.m. ET (6:00 p.m. CT • 5:00 p.m. MT • 4:00 p.m. PT)

Provider: AEGIS Publications, LLC

Commercial Supporter: XLEAR

COST: $0.00

CDE CREDITS: 1 Live/Interactive

DESCRIPTION:

Are we providing our patients silently struggling with xerostomia the validation they deserve? This webinar presents practical knowledge and tools to address the often-underrated issue of dry mouth, with the goal of enhancing patient care and quality of life.


Learning Objectives

  • Explain the critical role of saliva in maintaining oral and systemic health.
  • Identify the key signs and symptoms of xerostomia to facilitate early diagnosis and improve patient outcomes.
  • Discuss effective management strategies for mild to severe xerostomia to enhance patients’ health and well-being.


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Neurotoxins vs. Myofunctional Therapy: Guiding Your Patients to the Best Treatment Option Webinar Thumbnail

Presenter: Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH

Tuesday, December 3, 2024

7:00 p.m. ET (6:00 p.m. CT • 5:00 p.m. MT • 4:00 p.m. PT)

Provider: AEGIS Publications, LLC

Commercial Supporter: United Concordia

COST: $0.00

CDE CREDITS: 1 Live/Interactive

DESCRIPTION:

Neurotoxins and myofunctional therapy treatment options differ and complement each other. This webinar is a starting point for exploring these modalities further, exploring their application in practice. Effective communication strategy with patients is also covered.


Learning Objectives

  • Discuss the basic anatomical structures and physiological processes relevant to neurotoxin use and myofunctional therapy, with a focus on their implications in dental practice.
  • Compare and contrast the fundamental mechanisms, benefits, and considerations of neurotoxin treatments and myofunctional therapy in addressing common orofacial concerns.
  • List introductory strategies to guide patient discussions about the options, outcomes, and initial considerations of neurotoxins versus myofunctional therapy, supporting informed decisions.


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Enhanced Case Selection for Clear Aligners: When and Why CBCT Makes a Difference Webinar Thumbnail

Presenter: Sofia Arauz, DDS

Tuesday, December 3, 2024

7:00 p.m. ET (6:00 p.m. CT • 5:00 p.m. MT • 4:00 p.m. PT)

Provider: AEGIS Publications, LLC

Commercial Supporter: 3D Predict

COST: $0.00

CDE CREDITS: 1 Live/Interactive

DESCRIPTION:

CBCT data can help identify case scenarios for clear aligner therapy, enhance predictability, help avoid complications, and expand clinical applications. This webinar offers a roadmap for utilizing CBCT data for aligner treatment.


Learning Objectives

  • List criteria to determine when it is essential to submit a CBCT for clear aligner cases.
  • Discuss the role of CBCT in improving treatment accuracy and minimizing potential complications by visualizing teeth roots and supporting structures.
  • Explain how integrating CBCT can broaden the use of aligner therapy in clinical practice, including its application in adjunctive treatments.


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Navigating Dry Mouth: Comprehensive Strategies for Xerostomia Management Webinar Thumbnail

Presenter: Gregg Helvey, DDS, CDT

Tuesday, December 10, 2024

7:00 p.m. ET (6:00 p.m. CT • 5:00 p.m. MT • 4:00 p.m. PT)

Provider: AEGIS Publications, LLC

Commercial Supporter: HALEON

COST: $0.00

CDE CREDITS: 1 Live/Interactive

DESCRIPTION:

Xerostomia, commonly known as dry mouth, refers to the condition of oral dryness that occurs when the salivary glands don’t produce enough saliva. It can be caused by various factors. This webinar covers the basics of xerostomia, including treatment modalities, which can range from lozenges to acupuncture.


Learning Objectives

  • Discuss the causes of dry mouth, including medical conditions, the side effects of pharmacological treatments and cancer therapies, and aging.
  • Describe the physiological effects of dry mouth.
  • List various treatment options and the pros and cons of each.


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IV Sedation Dentistry: What It Can Do to Elevate Your Practice Webinar Thumbnail

Presenter: John Roberson, DMD and Jay B. Reznick, DMD, MD

Thursday, December 12, 2024

7:00 p.m. ET (6:00 p.m. CT • 5:00 p.m. MT • 4:00 p.m. PT)

Provider: AEGIS Publications, LLC

Commercial Supporter: Vesper Institute

COST: $0.00

CDE CREDITS: 1 Live/Interactive

DESCRIPTION:

IV sedation dentistry is valuable approach that can help engage patients who may be hesitant to seek dental care. This webinar offers insights on how IV sedation enhances both clinical outcomes and the overall patient experience. The session tackles common fears, misconceptions, and challenges dentists face regarding IV sedation. Discover how incorporating this technique can lead to a more rewarding and profitable practice for dental professionals.


Learning Objectives

  • Describe how intravenous moderate sedation can be implemented in a real-life dental setting.
  • Explain how integrating moderate IV sedation into a dental practice can help the practice grow, aid in the successful delivery of clinical care, and improve the overall patient experience.
  • Discuss the safety of moderate IV sedation when practiced correctly.


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Individualized Management of Dentin Hypersensitivity Webinar Thumbnail

Presenter: Raymond Dionne, DDS, PhD; Nisha Ganesh, DDS; Sharon Gordon, DDS

Tuesday, December 17, 2024

7:00 p.m. ET (6:00 p.m. CT • 5:00 p.m. MT • 4:00 p.m. PT)

Provider: AEGIS Publications, LLC

Commercial Supporter: HALEON

COST: $0.00

CDE CREDITS: 1 Live/Interactive

DESCRIPTION:

Many factors can cause dentin hypersensitivity, and addressing the condition in individual patients often presents challenges. This webinar examines how dentinal hypersensitivity is optimally managed in dental practice by individualizing treatment to alleviate symptoms with mechanism-based therapeutic strategies that balance clinical efficacy and potential risks.


Learning Objectives

  • List the mechanisms that produce discomfort and pain due to dentin hypersensitivity.
  • Discuss the various methods that are used to treat dentin hypersensitivity.
  • Explain how to manage dentin hypersensitivity at the level of the individual patient by balancing interventions with potential risks.


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Transforming Dental Practice: Integrating Intraoral Scanners for Enhanced Patient Care Webinar Thumbnail

Presenter: Ann Wei, DDS

Tuesday, December 17, 2024

7:00 p.m. ET (6:00 p.m. CT • 5:00 p.m. MT • 4:00 p.m. PT)

Provider: AEGIS Publications, LLC

Commercial Supporter: DEXIS

COST: $0.00

CDE CREDITS: 1 Live/Interactive

DESCRIPTION:

Intraoral scanning simplifies the clinical process, improves clinician productivity, and helps in treatment planning and patient acceptance. Using real-world clinical scenarios, this webinar explains how to seamlessly integrate intraoral scanners into your workflow.


Learning Objectives

  • List the benefits of intraoral scanning as a tool for diagnostics and case planning for both teeth and implants.
  • Explain intraoral scanning best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  • Discuss the components of a comprehensive CAD-CAM environment and how each component enhances patient care.


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Digital Complete Dentures… Not Conventionally Processed Dentures Anymore – Just Better! Webinar Thumbnail

Presenter: Christopher M. Minke, BS, DMD, MS, FACP

Thursday, December 19, 2024

7:00 p.m. ET (6:00 p.m. CT • 5:00 p.m. MT • 4:00 p.m. PT)

Provider: AEGIS Publications, LLC

Commercial Supporter: HALEON

COST: $0.00

CDE CREDITS: 1 Live/Interactive

DESCRIPTION:

Historically, complete denture therapy has provided clinically acceptable results, however, advances in digital technology have provided new treatment fabrication methods and restorative choices. This presentation will cover the key essential ingredients to the success of digitally fabricated dentures and several fabrication methods to achieve it.


Learning Objectives

  • Describe fundamentals of digitally fabricated dentures compared to analog dentures.
  • Discuss the conversion opportunities between conventional and digital fabrication.
  • Describe scanning of digital workflow steps.


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Compendium's Complex Cases: Hiring and Retaining an Ideal Dental Team in 2025 Webinar Thumbnail

Presenter: Irina Dragan, DMD, DDS, MS; David Alexander, BDS, MSc, DDPH; Amy Morgan, BFA

Thursday, December 19, 2024

7:00 p.m. ET (6:00 p.m. CT • 5:00 p.m. MT • 4:00 p.m. PT)

Provider: AEGIS Publications, LLC

Commercial Supporter: Spear Education

COST: $0.00

CDE CREDITS: 1 Live/Interactive

DESCRIPTION:

Join hosts Irina Dragan and David Alexander along with their guest, Amy Morgan, VP of Practice Growth Strategies at Spear Education, for a lively discussion of the challenges and success paths to creating or bolstering a successful dental practice in 2025. The last Complex Cases broadcast of the year promises to be brimming with insights to jumpstart your post-holiday practice management approach!


Learning Objectives

  • Describe the challenges facing dental practices in the 2025 hiring landscape.
  • Review key strategies to screen, select, and hire members of the dental team to create an optimized practice environment.
  • Discuss ways to retain key employees to ensure the continuity and growth of the practice for years to come.


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